Preston to Grantham by train

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Overview: trains from Preston to Grantham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston to Grantham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:57 View journey
Last train 23:35 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 58m View journey
Distance (km) 167
Trains / day 54 View all
Cheapest journey AU$47.31 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 58m
Train operators 12

Taking the train from Preston to Grantham

Ready to book a trip from Preston to Grantham by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Preston and Grantham

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically AU$47.31, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Preston to Grantham train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Preston to Grantham is at 00:57 and the last is at 23:10. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 00:57 and the last one is at 23:35. You can expect 54 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 7 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Preston and Grantham

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 58 minutes, covering a total of 167 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Preston and Grantham

Tickets for travel between Preston and Grantham can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Preston to Grantham

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Preston and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Grantham city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Grantham

Want to know more about your journey from Preston to Grantham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Preston to Grantham is 167 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.